Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

About us
Sigma Aerospace is the leader in managed aircraft maintenance, known for our award-winning team, supportive culture, and excellent results. We have proudly recruited and trained talented aircraft maintenance engineers in Australia for over 15 years. As a leader in aircraft maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), our company is built upon a passion for aviation and core values of integrity, quality and continuous innovation. We are driven by our mission to develop talented aircraft maintenance engineers and connect them to promising careers with our top-notch contractors and airline partners.

We work closely with our client, a world-renowned aerospace company, to provide critical maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for the Royal Australian Air Force's fleet, including the C-130J Hercules at RAAF Base Richmond, NSW. Our client is a leader in the aerospace industry, ensuring the operational readiness of key military aircraft through advanced maintenance and modification services.

Our client's highly skilled workforce plays an essential role in maintaining the performance and reliability of these aircraft, supporting national defense operations and humanitarian missions. They are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment, prioritizing employee development and well-being.

With a strong presence in both military and civil aviation sectors, our client actively contributes to regional economies and strengthens national defense capabilities. Their dedication to continuous training and professional growth ensures that their teams remain at the cutting edge of aviation technology and industry best practices.

Who are we looking for?
We are currently looking for a highly experienced and disciplined Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) to join our clients team in Richmond, NSW. If you’re a proactive, flexible and experienced professional with a drive to succeed, you’re the type of person we would like to welcome onboard.

These positions are suitable to people who are CASA licenced, EASA licenced, ex-DASA licenced and AMEs with C-130J type (or similar) experience.

Our client is committed to work with you on transitioning your licence, providing type training and the opportunity to be licenced on type for the C-130J Hercules platform.

The essential requirements

• Experience in C-130J maintenance
• Hold any of the below qualifications or greater:
  • Cert IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)
  • DASR 66 Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence (or previously held a licence)
  • CASA Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence
  • EASA Category B Examination Credits
  • Cert in Aeronautical Engineering (Level 4) (NZ)
  • Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (Level 5 or greater) (NZ)
  • NVQ Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (UK)
  • Craft Certificate - Aircraft Mechanics (IRE)
  • Understanding of relevant aircraft maintenance documentation and practices
  • Team player
  • Strong attention to detail
  • good written and verb skills

Additional qualifications

• Experience in a heavy maintenance environment
• Any military aircraft maintenance experience

You must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment screening which may include criminal history checks, medical, and drug and alcohol testing.

Work hours

4-day work week (38 hours), Mon - Thu (6.00 am - 4.00 pm), with overtime available.

Employment Type

Full-Time

What's in it for you?

• Flexible work arrangements including a 4-day working week
• Shopping discounts across hundreds of retailers
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Travel discounts for flights, rental cars and accommodation
• Novated leasing options with two providers
• Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Free secure onsite parking
• Employee health plans & Employee Assistance Program
• BUPA healthcare provider corporate rates & access to Defence Health (as a Defence Industry company)
• EAP Program
• Free onsite physiotherapist available
• Free onsite confidential counsellor
• A commitment to your professional development through classroom and online learning
• Values driven leadership focussed on employee and customer experience
• Clear operational and strategic objectives with significant future commercial opportunities
• Supportive structures, systems and processes with a commitment to your development
• Strong links to the broader Airbus Group global community

Contact us

Want to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you - apply below.

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NOTE: Please ensure that you meet the essential criteria before submitting your application. A cover letter outlining your desire to work with Sigma will also be highly regarded.